Most people assume the only real Emmental (more commonly referred to as "Swiss Cheese") comes from Switzerland. Our French Emmental, however, proves to be every bit as worthy of the name. It comes from the heart of the French Alps near the chic ski resort of Chamonix. The freshest water in the world rushes down this region's high mountains, through deep valleys and abundant rivers and feeds the French dairy farms that produce Emmental's milk. Frantal Emmental is ripened to perfection in the traditional 180 pound wheels. They are turned weekly in the ripening chambers for a minimum of two months. It has a somewhat sweet, buttery taste that is slightly reminiscent of fresh nuts and has many round walnut-sized holes evenly distributed throughout. A result of a complex and difficult cheesemaking process, Frantal Emmental is worth the effort. Taste the difference!

Neither the taste nor the texture of the cheese in the last shipment is as good as what I received when I first ordered your product some time ago. The taste is mildly like a bad knock-off of Swiss cheese and the texture is softer than expected of real Swiss cheese. Also, the package arrived with inadequate refrigeration. The single freezer pack was firm but not solid and the cheese was cool but not cold.

By rmckeefrom Brewster, WAon Dec 17, 2015

Great all-around cheese

This cheese is great to serve to people that are not adventurous with cheese. It works wonderfully to grate into scrambled eggs or other recipes using cheese. It is perfect with crusty bread and crackers. I also used it in a grilled tuna and cheese sandwich.

By Dr. Howard Castrupfrom Bakersfield, CAon Dec 15, 2015

Real Swiss Cheese

The most succinct review I can give is that I keep reordering.

By Wrenfrom East Hampton, CTon Sep 25, 2015

Perfect addition to a party platter

I chose this Emmental to round out a platter at our wedding. I had ordered some more exotic cheeses but was looking for something tasty and dependable for some of our less adventurous guests. This fit the bill to a T. Nutty, mild and moist- I'm still nibbling at it. A good bet for your party or function.

By Michaelfrom Silverton, Oregonon Dec 30, 2014

Arrived right on time.

Wonderful flavor and just the right texture
for the fondue

By YoOBoyfrom Roanoke, VAon Sep 06, 2014

Smooth and mellow

This is the ONLY Swiss to blend with scrambled eggs.

By James Sirotnikfrom Flushing, NYon Aug 26, 2014

A Very Mild Cheese

This is a really nice mild cheese-not bitter or sharp. It has a firm smooth texture. Everyone-even kids-could eat this. It is like the Swiss version but not as oily. Great stuff!

By DAStadlerfrom Roanoke, VAon Jul 19, 2014

Frantal Emmental

An emmental took 1st prize this year in Europe. Taste this cheese and you'll know why. Perfect alone, this is the best cheese to mix with scrambled eggs. Use truffle butter to fry up and you will know true heaven.